India continues to build its digital infrastructure; the Indian Parliament is all set to consider a regulatory framework to address concerns around the safety of this. A session of parliament will consider the prospective 'Digital India Act.'

Indian parliament to discuss 'Digital India Act'

In a shocking turn of events, the Manipur viral naked parade video, which surfaced recently, has caught the attention of the nation. The incident, depicting the distressing violence against women, has prompted swift action from the highest authorities, including the Supreme Court and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"Crime against humanity": Manipur Chief Minister promises swift action on horror video

The northeastern India's Manipur continues to reel under ethnic violence and now a disturbing video has emerged showing two women being paraded on a road by a group of men. The incident has drawn wide-scale condemnation and calls for action against the perpetrators.

Government says it is ready to discuss Manipur violence in Parliament

The Sri Lankan President is scheduled to arrive in India. Leading up to his visit President Ranil Wickremesinghe made a sharp comment concerning his presidency and his surname. According to the reports, Ranil met with leaders from Tamil political parties on Wednesday. The meeting revolved around solving issues concerning Sri Lankan Tamils including more autonomy to certain provinces in the country.

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe will visit India for the first time

<p>Delhi prison authorities have announced the installation of Artificial Intelligence-based CCTV cameras within prison premises. The purpose is to bolster security measures and address blind spots where traditional cameras are not yet installed, reported the Hindustan Times.</p>

<p>These blind spots have been exploited by incarcerated criminals to engage in illegal activities, such as smuggling contraband items and communicating through unauthorised mobile phones.</p>

<h2><strong>Reinforcing security against mobile phone usage</strong></h2>

<p>In response to the rampant use of mobile phones by inmates, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal approved the formation of an expert committee comprising ten members, led by the director general of prisons. This committee's primary task is to select the most effective signal jammers capable of preventing inmates from using mobile devices inside Delhi's jails.</p>

<p>Delhi houses three major prison complexes: Tihar, the Rohini complex, and the Mandoli complex, accommodating approximately 13,000 inmates collectively. The surge in illegal mobile phone usage within the prison walls, often smuggled in through various means, has necessitated stricter security protocols.</p>

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<p>According to a senior Delhi Police officer, an alarming average of 10 mobile phones are illicitly smuggled into Tihar jail every day. Visitors of inmates have been found to be the primary means of smuggling these devices, using ingenious methods such as concealing them in food plates or packets of clothing.</p>

<p>Previously, efforts to install mobile phone jammers within Tihar prison faced resistance from nearby residents' welfare associations. They frequently complained about network disruptions and inconsistent connectivity resulting from the jammers' operation.</p>

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<p>In light of the connectivity concerns, the new AI-driven jammers offer a sophisticated solution. These advanced devices can precisely target and restrict network signals without causing disruptions in the surrounding neighbourhoods. The technology ensures that only the intended areas within the prison are affected by the signal restriction.</p>

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Delhi prison authorities have announced the installation of Artificial Intelligence-based CCTV cameras within prison premises. The purpose is to bolster security measures and address blind spots where traditional cameras are not yet installed, reported the Hindustan Times.

Delhi prison authorities have announced the installation of Artificial Intelligence-based CCTV cameras within prison premises. The purpose is to bolster security measures and address blind spots where traditional cameras are not yet installed, reported the Hindustan Times. These blind spots have been exploited by incarcerated criminals to engage in illegal activities, such as smuggling contraband items and communicating through unauthorised mobile phones. Reinforcing security against mobile phone usage In response to the rampant use of mobile phones by inmates, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal approved the formation of an expert committee comprising ten members, led by the director general of prisons. This committee's primary task is to select the most effective signal jammers capable of preventing inmates from using mobile devices inside Delhi's jails. Delhi houses three major prison complexes: Tihar, the Rohini complex, and the Mandoli complex, accommodating approximately 13,000 inmates collectively. The surge in illegal mobile phone usage within the prison walls, often smuggled in through various means, has necessitated stricter security protocols. Also read | Data Lab | India and AI: Are we ahead of the curve? According to a senior Delhi Police officer, an alarming average of 10 mobile phones are illicitly smuggled into Tihar jail every day. Visitors of inmates have been found to be the primary means of smuggling these devices, using ingenious methods such as concealing them in food plates or packets of clothing. Previously, efforts to install mobile phone jammers within Tihar prison faced resistance from nearby residents' welfare associations. They frequently complained about network disruptions and inconsistent connectivity resulting from the jammers' operation. Also watch | 'AI to impact all sectors in India,' says Prof B Ravindran in conversation with WION In light of the connectivity concerns, the new AI-driven jammers offer a sophisticated solution. These advanced devices can precisely target and restrict network signals without causing disruptions in the surrounding neighbourhoods. The technology ensures that only the intended areas within the prison are affected by the signal restriction. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Next-gen surveillance: This Indian prison is adopting AI-powered CCTV cameras

Is China weaponising the Brahmaputra river? Beijing is secretly building a 'super dam' along the river right next to India's border. Can China be allowed to do this? Here's what Priyanka Sharma has to say.

Gravitas: Why is China building a 'super dam' along India's border?

Singapore's passport has now become the world's most powerful in the world. The Indian passport has jumped to the 80th spot. What should you know about it? What makes a passport stronger or weaker? And most importantly, how does it affect you and me? Priyanka Sharma brings you the details.

Gravitas: World's most powerful passports

A disturbing video has emerged from the Indian state of Manipur showing two women being paraded on a road by a group of men. The incident has drawn wide-scale condemnation and calls for action against the perpetrators. The Manipur police have arrested two people in the case.

Disturbing video emerges from Manipur, Indian Supreme Court takes notice

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe:The monsoon session of the Indian Parliament begins in the national capital. A total of 15 sittings are expected to take place till the 11th of August as per the bulletin issued by the Lok Sabha Secretariat. There are 21 new bills and seven old bills listed for discussion during the monsoon session of the parliament. Here are some of the bills that are expected to be discussed today.

India: Parliament's Monsoon session begins

Another week of intense rains, another round of destruction. As monsoon fury refuses to ebb, how are people coping with nature's wrath? Watch WION Wideangle. From Himachal Pradesh to Uttarakhand, Delhi, Gujarat, Assam, and Maharashtra-India continues to battle floods and landslides.

India: Battling Floods and Landslides

Heavy rainfall is battering India and Pakistan again. Monsoon is the second wave, which is hitting cities in both nations, leading to flooding and water-logging in urban areas. The four-month monsoon season, which begins in June, is not even halfway.

Rainfall in India and Pakistan

India's plans to expand its coal-powered steel-making capacity could lead to a quadruple increase in emissions between 2021 and 2050. However, as per a report by US-based think tank, India can still reach its net zero emissions goal by 2070 if it takes significant steps to address the issue.

India's steel making industry risks its net zero targets

The monsoon session of the Indian Parliament has begun in the national capital. A total of 15 sittings are expected to take place till the 11th of August as per the bulletin issued by the Lok Sabha Secretariat. There are 21 new bills and seven old bills listed for discussion during the monsoon session of the parliament. Here are some of the bills that are expected to be discussed today.

The monsoon session of the Indian Parliament begins in the new Parliament building

<p>At least five people lost their lives and many others were feared trapped after a mountain village was hit by a landslide in India's western state of Maharashtra after the region was soaked by incessant rain, said the state officials on Thursday (July 20).</p>

<p>The landslide took place in the middle of the night in Irshalwadi, a small mountain village around 60 km from Mumbai, stated media reports citing officials.</p>

<p>"A total of 48 families lived there. Around 75 people have been evacuated and five people have died so far," said Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Twitter.</p>

<p>According to initial reports, around 100 people have been trapped under the debris and efforts are being made by the rescue workers to find survivors in heavy rain as relatives of the victims wait at the base of the mountain for news of their safety.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"The problem here is that at some places the rubble is almost 20 to 30 feet deep and it has to be manually removed," said an unidentified rescue official, while speaking to ABP Majha channel.</p>

<p>Speaking to The Indian Express, Industries Minister Uday Samant said that search operations are going on and 75 people have been rescued so far.</p>

<p>“The incident occurred at 10:30 in the night at a place adjoining Irsalgad in Raigad district. It is a very remote inaccessible area which is hampering rescue attempts. As of now 4 people have died and 25 people have been rescued. More people are feared to be trapped and NDRF and district administration is making attempts to rescue people,” said Minister Samant.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Around 15-20 houses buried under debris&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The NDRF informed that the landslide has buried more than 15-20 houses under the debris.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Of the total 40 houses in the village, 17 have been affected. We have deployed four teams to conduct the rescue operations. The debris at some of the places is 10 to 29 feet deep. It is difficult to bring heavy machinery to this place. It is a 2.8 km trek to reach the spot and we have to remove the debris manually which is likely to take a lot of time. While we are facing difficulties, we will continue our operations till we retrieve the last person,” said SB Singh, Commandant of the fifth battalion of the NDRF, speaking to The Indian Express.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maharashtra's Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who was present at the site, while speaking to the reporters said that the officials were not able to figure the exact number of people trapped.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Flood Threat: Delhi has recorded 112% above-average rainfall this year</strong></p>

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<p>Across the Indian state of Maharashtra, schools were closed due to incessant rains, trains were disrupted and roads were flooded.</p>

<p>On Thursday, all the colleges and schools were closed in the financial capital of Mumbai. The officials suspended some train services on Wednesday after the city was lashed by the rain.</p>

<p>More than 100 mm of rain was recorded by several districts in the state on Wednesday as more heavy showers have been predicted in the next 24 hours, as per the weather department.</p>

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At least five people lost their lives and many others were feared trapped after a mountain village was hit by a landslide in India's western state of Maharashtra after the region was soaked by incessant rain, said the state officials on Thursday (July 20).

At least five people lost their lives and many others were feared trapped after a mountain village was hit by a landslide in India's western state of Maharashtra after the region was soaked by incessant rain, said the state officials on Thursday (July 20). The landslide took place in the middle of the night in Irshalwadi, a small mountain village around 60 km from Mumbai, stated media reports citing officials. "A total of 48 families lived there. Around 75 people have been evacuated and five people have died so far," said Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Twitter. According to initial reports, around 100 people have been trapped under the debris and efforts are being made by the rescue workers to find survivors in heavy rain as relatives of the victims wait at the base of the mountain for news of their safety. ALSO READ | Destruction, havoc, loss of lives: Why have monsoon rains turned ferocious in North India? "The problem here is that at some places the rubble is almost 20 to 30 feet deep and it has to be manually removed," said an unidentified rescue official, while speaking to ABP Majha channel. Speaking to The Indian Express, Industries Minister Uday Samant said that search operations are going on and 75 people have been rescued so far. “The incident occurred at 10:30 in the night at a place adjoining Irsalgad in Raigad district. It is a very remote inaccessible area which is hampering rescue attempts. As of now 4 people have died and 25 people have been rescued. More people are feared to be trapped and NDRF and district administration is making attempts to rescue people,” said Minister Samant. Around 15-20 houses buried under debris The NDRF informed that the landslide has buried more than 15-20 houses under the debris. “Of the total 40 houses in the village, 17 have been affected. We have deployed four teams to conduct the rescue operations. The debris at some of the places is 10 to 29 feet deep. It is difficult to bring heavy machinery to this place. It is a 2.8 km trek to reach the spot and we have to remove the debris manually which is likely to take a lot of time. While we are facing difficulties, we will continue our operations till we retrieve the last person,” said SB Singh, Commandant of the fifth battalion of the NDRF, speaking to The Indian Express. Maharashtra's Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who was present at the site, while speaking to the reporters said that the officials were not able to figure the exact number of people trapped. WATCH | Flood Threat: Delhi has recorded 112% above-average rainfall this year Across the Indian state of Maharashtra, schools were closed due to incessant rains, trains were disrupted and roads were flooded. On Thursday, all the colleges and schools were closed in the financial capital of Mumbai. The officials suspended some train services on Wednesday after the city was lashed by the rain. More than 100 mm of rain was recorded by several districts in the state on Wednesday as more heavy showers have been predicted in the next 24 hours, as per the weather department. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Five dead, some trapped, in landslide in Maharashtra after heavy rain

Seema Haider, a resident of Pakistan, and Sachin Meena, an Indian, were detained by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of the Uttar Pradesh Police on Tuesday at an unidentified location in Noida. Officials from the Central intelligence agencies participated in the questioning for the second day in a row.

India: State police continues to question Pakistani national Seema Haider

Due to a shortage of vegetables, major markets in various Indian states are experiencing a spike in vegetable prices. According to Paul, the situation is unlikely to return to normal any time soon.

India: High vegetable prices affect consumer spending

The race for the 2024 Indian general elections is heating up the two main alliances held their respective meetings on Tuesday starting with prime minister Narendra Modi's attack on the opposition Alliance which earlier in the day called itself INDIA. It's an innovative acronym for Indian National Development Inclusive Alliance. Keep watching to know more.

PM Modi slams opposition parties, flags 'nepotism and corruption'

WION correspondent Susan Tehrani spoke to Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto in New York. The minister spoke at length on wide-ranging issues from Russia-Ukraine war to Hungary's tussle with European Union and Budapest relations with India. Watch to more.

"American companies still making money in Russia," says Hungarian FM Peter Szijjarto

<p>Speculation and curiosity have surrounded a giant metal dome that washed up on Green Head Beach in Australia, approximately 250 kilometres&nbsp;north of Perth.</p>

<p>The object, resembling a cylindrical wreckage measuring around 2.5 metres in width and between 2.5&nbsp;metres&nbsp;and 3&nbsp;metres&nbsp;in length, has triggered a wave of excitement among the local residents.</p>

<p>While the debris has been confirmed as part of a rocket, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chief, S Somanath, clarified that it cannot be definitively identified as Indian without further analysis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We can't confirm it's ours unless we analyse it," S Somanath told BBC.</p>

<h2><strong>Debunking initial speculations</strong></h2>

<p>Initially, there were suggestions that the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/part-of-indian-rocket-mysterious-cylinder-washes-up-on-australian-beach-616535">mysterious object might be linked to India's recent Moon mission launch</a>. However, experts promptly dismissed this possibility, ruling out any connection to the country's latest space endeavours.</p>

<p>According to Somanath, ISRO cannot conclusively declare ownership of the metal dome until a thorough analysis is conducted. Determining its origin and affiliation will require careful examination and evaluation by experts in the field. The outcome of this analysis will shed light on whether the wreckage is indeed Indian.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Mystery object discovery on Australian beach triggers conspiracies</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Heightened interest and alternative theories</strong></h2>

<p>The discovery of the cylindrical debris has generated significant interest and captivated the attention of the Green Head Beach community.</p>

<p>Speculation initially surfaced, proposing a potential link to MH370, the ill-fated plane that disappeared in 2014 with 239 passengers aboard off the West Australian coast. However, experts have since dismissed any connection between the wreckage and the missing aircraft.</p>

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<h2><strong>Awaiting official identification</strong></h2>

<p>The mystery surrounding the origin and purpose of the metal dome has heightened public curiosity. As experts analyse the debris, the definitive identification of its source will be crucial in resolving the intrigue surrounding its appearance on the Australian beach. Only through a thorough investigation can its true origins be determined.</p>

<p>Somanath, however, confirmed that "some of the PSLV parts are known to have fallen in the sea beyond Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone" and said that the object "may have been floating for a long time and finally reached shore".</p>

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Speculation and curiosity have surrounded a giant metal dome that washed up on Green Head Beach in Australia, approximately 250 kilometres north of Perth. The object, resembling a cylindrical wreckage measuring around 2.

Speculation and curiosity have surrounded a giant metal dome that washed up on Green Head Beach in Australia, approximately 250 kilometres north of Perth. The object, resembling a cylindrical wreckage measuring around 2.5 metres in width and between 2.5 metres and 3 metres in length, has triggered a wave of excitement among the local residents. While the debris has been confirmed as part of a rocket, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chief, S Somanath, clarified that it cannot be definitively identified as Indian without further analysis. "We can't confirm it's ours unless we analyse it," S Somanath told BBC. Debunking initial speculations Initially, there were suggestions that the mysterious object might be linked to India's recent Moon mission launch. However, experts promptly dismissed this possibility, ruling out any connection to the country's latest space endeavours. According to Somanath, ISRO cannot conclusively declare ownership of the metal dome until a thorough analysis is conducted. Determining its origin and affiliation will require careful examination and evaluation by experts in the field. The outcome of this analysis will shed light on whether the wreckage is indeed Indian. Also watch | Mystery object discovery on Australian beach triggers conspiracies Heightened interest and alternative theories The discovery of the cylindrical debris has generated significant interest and captivated the attention of the Green Head Beach community. Speculation initially surfaced, proposing a potential link to MH370, the ill-fated plane that disappeared in 2014 with 239 passengers aboard off the West Australian coast. However, experts have since dismissed any connection between the wreckage and the missing aircraft. Also read | How India's Chandrayaan-3 will leave imprints of ISRO, national emblem on moon Awaiting official identification The mystery surrounding the origin and purpose of the metal dome has heightened public curiosity. As experts analyse the debris, the definitive identification of its source will be crucial in resolving the intrigue surrounding its appearance on the Australian beach. Only through a thorough investigation can its true origins be determined. Somanath, however, confirmed that "some of the PSLV parts are known to have fallen in the sea beyond Australia's Exclusive Economic Zone" and said that the object "may have been floating for a long time and finally reached shore". WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Indian link 'uncertain': ISRO chief dispels rumours over rocket debris found on Australian beach

With people showing a greater interest in touring globally, more countries are trying to attract passionate travellers, especially from India. We bring you the top tourist destinations with special perks to make your travel experience more accessible, from visa-on-arrival to no-visa facilities! Also, find places you can visit in India beyond the beaten path to explore less travelled roads, like Ooty and Darjeeling. Next come to Egypt with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, landed in the country for his first state visit to the country during the last weekend of June. His itinerary included a tour of the Great Pyramid of Giza and a visit to the Al-Hakim mosque. Check out a thrilling paramotor event that gave passionate pilots a bird's eye view of the majestic pyramids of Giza. In another part of Cairo, the beautiful al-Zahir Baybars mosque recently opened after being closed for 200 years, offering a visual treat to visitors. After spending some time in Cairo, look at our special feature on Spain, with its beautiful churches, unique architectural marvels, and iconic beaches. Also featured are the latest stories about an intriguing Pablo Picasso-themed exhibition and a restaurant-turned-culinary museum. That you just can't miss. Next, we fly to the iconic Versailles Palace in France, where the private quarters of Queen Mary Antoinette recently opened to the public. Full of gilded furniture and classic design features, the Queen's rooms will take you back many centuries and give you a peek into her royal life. Finally, come with us to the Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra in the Indian state of Odisha, where thousands of devotes pulled majestic chariots of Hindu gods and goddesses to seek their blessings. A visual spectacle, this sacred festival was celebrated with much enthusiasm.

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Signs of Apple's Interest in India expansion are now distinctly visible. India is on its way to becoming Apple's new favourite destination for iPhone production. Foxconn has bought equipment worth 33 million dollars from Apple units for India expansion this clearly indicates an India-centric strategy.

Foxconn accelerates India expansion plans as company buys equipment from Apple

Infosys just sealed a game-changing deal worth a staggering 2 billion dollars. This five-year agreement revolves around the provision of artificial intelligence and automation services. Infosys is set to deliver a comprehensive range of AI-related development, modernisation and maintenance solidifying their position in the forefront of technological development.

Infosys lands five year Artificial Intelligence deal

A crisis looming over India's tech industry and its resilient economy. This is as artificial intelligence advances the countdown commences as well for Tech developers to confront an unprecedented challenge. Join us as we navigate the precarious landscape of AI's relentless march and explore the fate of India's coding borders.

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